Assistant Professor in Graphic Communication - Expertise in Sales​/Marketing, Operations & Strat

Assistant Professor in Graphic Communication - Expertise in Sales/Marketing, Operations & Strategic Management (26/27)

Job No: 552104

Work Type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track

Location: Central California:
San Luis Obispo

Categories: Bargaining Unit:
Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Appointment Type:
Tenured/Tenure-Track, Time Basis:
Full Time, Job Search Category/Discipline:
Faculty - Communications/Journalism, Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac):
On-site (work in-person at business location)

Assistant Professor with Expertise in Cross Media Operations, Integrated Marketing, Sales, Strategic Communication, and Graphic Communication Business Management 26-27

The Graphic Communication Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applications for a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin August 17, 2026. Area of Specialization:
Cross Media Operations, Integrated Marketing, Sales, Strategic Communication, and Graphic Communication Business Management. Interested applicants should complete the online faculty application at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and submit it to Requisition # 552104. Review Begin Date:
December 8, 2025

The Graphic Communication Department in the College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applications for a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin August 17, 2026. Area of Specialization in Cross Media Operations, Integrated Marketing, Sales, Strategic Communication, and Graphic Communication Business Management. Teaching responsibilities may include courses in operations, project management, marketing, strategy, and sales.

The ideal candidate will have a combination of university-level teaching experience and research potential, as well as an accomplished professional with a strong background in graphic communication and business leadership. This individual should bring both industry expertise and a passion for preparing students for success in sales, marketing, operations, and strategic leadership, particularly within the printing, graphic arts, or print production industries.

This individual brings a proven record of leading teams, driving business growth, and optimizing operational performance through data-driven decision-making and strategic planning. They possess expertise in financial management, business strategy, and quality systems. A skilled communicator and mentor, the candidate demonstrates strong capabilities in team building, leadership development, and public speaking, and has experience applying advanced CRM, analytics, and operations management tools.

This position is a tenure-track, academic-year appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor.

Salary:
Anticipated Hiring Range: $90,276 - $98,244/year, $7,523 - $8,187/month (Note that hiring level will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.)

Although Cal Poly is primarily a teaching university, our faculty are expected to balance teaching with an active program of research/professional development (including publication), student supervision and advising, and participation in service activities at the department and college/university level. The typical teaching load is 12 units per semester, with a reduction in course load in each of the first two years to help new faculty establish an active program of research and professional development.

Subject to further planning and approval, Cal Poly anticipates a possible transition to semester-based year-round operations (YRO). Under YRO, full-time academic year faculty may be assigned to teach in two consecutive semesters (Fall/Spring, Spring/Summer, or Summer/Fall) out of the three semesters offered annually. The two-semester sequence will constitute the regular academic year appointment. Faculty may also be eligible to teach in the third semester for additional compensation, subject to departmental needs and University policy.

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities.

Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other…